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The Lao government will increase the minimum wage and cost-of-living allowance for workers in production, business and service units nationwide to a combined 3.4 million kip per month, effective January 1, 2027.
(KPL) According to Notice No. 1499/PMO, issued by the Prime Minister’s Office on October 21, 2026, the minimum wage will rise from 1.6 million kip to 2 million kip per person per month, while the cost-of-living allowance will increase from 900,000 kip to 1.4 million kip.
Under the new rates, eligible workers will receive a total of 3.4 million kip per month, combining the minimum wage and the allowance.
The notice instructs the Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare to coordinate with relevant agencies and sectors to inform employers and guide businesses in implementing the new rates from the specified date.
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